Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Mirrors may include:
framed
frameless
wall
return
safety and security mirrors
tinted
Glass splashbacks may include
framed
frameless
wall
return
toughened (tempered) clear or low iron glass used in:
kitchens
bathrooms
laundries (wet areas)
feature walls
Personal protective equipment includes:
that prescribed under legislation, regulation and enterprise policies and practices, and may include:
gauntlets
gloves
safety glasses
hard hats
safety footwear
aprons and overalls
Workplace procedures include:
workplace procedures relating to the fabrication and installation of mirrors and glass splashbacks
equipment or tool manufacturer specifications and operational procedures
work instructions, including job sheets, plans, cutting lists, drawings and designs
safety standards, including personal protective equipment, OHS regulations and enterprise requirements
Australian Standards:
AS 1288:2006 Glass in buildings - Selection and installation
AS/NZS 4667:2000 Quality requirements for cut-to-size and processed glass
AS 2047:1999 Windows in buildings - Selection and installation
Materials may include, but are not limited to:
timber and metal framing materials
float and vinyl backed mirrors
fixings and fasteners
paint and other finishes for glass splashbacks
Tools and equipment may include:
tungsten wheel glass cutters
speed cutters
straight edges and squares
plate and running pliers
glass lifting and handling equipment
personal safety equipment
glass edging equipment
diamond drills and saws
water
spirit level
dumpy and laser levels
plumb bobs
chalk lines
tape measures
portable drills
general hand tools
paint and digital print application equipment
light emitting diode (LED) backlighting installation tools
Fixings and fasteners may include:
adhesive tapes
screws and rosettes
mirror and spring clips
hollow wall fasteners
rawl plugs
cloth and glues
and non-acidic silicones
Holes may be required for:
power points
switches
warning lights
other cut-outs in specifications
Splashback finishes may include:
painted:
solid
metallic
satin
sparkle
gilded
digitally printed images
mirrored
sandblasted
tinted
LED back-lit

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
interpret work order/job instruction and locate and apply relevant information to process and install mirrors and glass splashbacks
apply safe handling requirements for equipment, products and materials, including use of personal protective equipment
follow work instructions, operating procedures and inspection practices to:
minimise the risk of injury to self and others
prevent damage to goods, equipment and products
maintain required product quality
as a minimum:
measure for mirror and glass splashback installations
cut mirror and glass up to 8 mm, including vinyl backed
carry out edge working
prepare walls for installation of mirrors and glass splashbacks
construct and fit mirrors and glass splashbacks, which may include frames
cut and drill holes in mirrors and glass splashbacks to cut-out specifications
identify and use spirit and/or laser levels
set plumb and level lines
fit framed and/or unframed, wall, safety and/or security mirrors, including return mirrors with minimal deflection
finish and fit glass splashbacks to specification
clean and present finished mirrors and/or glass splashbacks
work effectively with others.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or realistically simulated workplace.
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge, other than confirmatory questions, will usually be conducted in an off-site context.
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian Standard requirements.
The following resources should be made available:
mirror and splashback specifications
mirrors
aluminium framing material
toughened glass for splashbacks
splashback finishing materials and equipment
fixing/fasteners
workplace operating procedures
personal protective equipment
an appropriate work area.
Method of assessment
Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the LMF02 Furnishing Industry Training Package.
Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of underpinning knowledge.
Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on underpinning knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.
Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.
Assessment may be in conjunction with assessment of other units of competency.
Guidance information for assessment